SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21053
BOFSGB21053 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkwall, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21053 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 053 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kirkwall |
| City | Kirkwall |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 053 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21053?
The code BOFSGB21053 belongs to Kirkwall, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkwall, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BOFSGB21053 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21053.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21053 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21053 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21053?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21053 points to Kirkwall. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGB21053 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.